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• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Lynn Walker Huntley Social Justice Fellowship
The Southern Education Foundation (SEF), located in Atlanta, Georgia with support from the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), seeks applicants for the Lynn Walker Huntley Social Justice Fellowship, an early career, two-year position from Fall 2026 through Summer 2028 focused on education justice advocacy across the South. Since 1867, the mission of the Southern Education Foundation has been to advance equitable education practices and policies in the South through research, advocacy, and leadership development to help every student attain a high-quality education that propels them toward the opportunity-rich life they deserve.

The Fellow will assist SEFs Government Affairs and Advocacy team with developing and implementing strategies to advance education justice policies at the local, state, and federal levels. This includes focusing on advocating for equitable school funding and integration, defending, and strengthening public education programs, and/or school curriculum that reflects the diversity and injustices of Americas past and present. The Fellow will also support impact litigation in these areas as part of SPLCs Democracy: Education & Youth practice group, and as part of the legal team of Brown's Promise, a project sponsored by SEF.

Candidates should be able to organize and prioritize a varied workload to effectively complete multiple assignments, for multiple supervisors, and meet a range of deadlines. Interested candidates should be able to interact with diverse external audiences at varying levels in non-profit, education, and government relations spaces while effectively communicating and embodying the values, purpose, and mission of the organization.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in impact litigation, including legal research, memos, and drafting motions; identifying and communicating with plaintiffs and pro bono counsel; coordinating amicus brief efforts; and planning community events and media outreach.
• Research and writing policy briefs and advocacy materials; crafting strategic messaging to advance equity goals; drafting legislative
  testimony; advocating to legislators; serving on coalitions and collaborating with partner organizations.
• Conducting equity and civil rights training for staff and community partners.
• Research and suggest recommendations on new policy developments in education justice across K-12 and the post-secondary
  spectrum.
• Create a final report or project demonstrating progress on a key civil rights issue in education that resulted from SEFs activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience :

• J.D. or will receive a J.D. by Spring 2026.
• Excellent research, oral communication, writing, and analytical skills; ability to convey complex information to a variety of audiences; be willing and available to travel for business needs.
• Demonstrate commitment to SEF, Browns Promise, and SPLCs missions, education justice, racial equity, and civil rights and liberties for all.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a diverse team; demonstrated ability to take initiative and to translate ideas into action.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Applicants must have graduated from law school 2024 or later; judicial law clerks and members of law school journals are encouraged to apply, but clerkship or journal experience is not required.
• Fellow will need to be admitted to practice in one of SEFs 17 states.*
• Experience working both independently and in cooperation with other staff members while displaying a positive, cooperative attitude.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and respect for differences in personal, professional, and business relationships on behalf of SEF, Browns Promise, and SPLC.

Compensation for this role is $90,000 along with a competitive benefits package. This is a full-time position working Monday Friday. SEF is currently working a hybrid schedule where employees work remotely and, in the office, based on the needs of the business.

Applications will open September 1, 2025, and are due October 1, 2025. Interested candidates will need to submit the following application materials: 1) a resume, 2) an 810-page unedited legal writing sample, and 3) three reference letters (at least one from a law professor). Fellows must be located in Atlanta, Georgia throughout the duration of the fellowship. Please click here to apply.

*SEF states include Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.






















The Southern Education Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Flexible work from home options available.

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Join the NOHS as part of our Advocacy, Social Justice & Diversity Committee! As part of our Advocacy, Social Justice & Diversity Committee you will assist the board in ensuring we maintain our pursuit of Advocacy, Social Justice & Diversity in line with societal dynamics and the professional field!

To find out more information about the NOHS check out our website:

If you have any questions or would like to express interest please reach out to us at

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Company Description:
McDonald's is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald's remains one of the world's leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.
At McDonald's, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.
Department Overview
The Director, Human Rights position can sit in our Chicago or Washington D.C. offices.
The Director of Human Rights will shape and advance McDonald's commitment to respect human rights across McDonald's restaurants, supply chain, and the company as part of the McDonald's Sustainability & Social Impact team within the Global Impact function. This role will lead the design and oversight of enterprise human rights strategies and governance outlining a multi-year vision for the business. The Director will report to the Senior Director of Social Impact and oversee the management of the Human Rights Manager. The Director will collaborate closely with key functional partners, such as Global Supply Chain, Global People, and Legal, markets, and external stakeholders to make sure that human rights is embedded into the business.
Responsibilities
+ Develop and lead McDonald's global human rights strategy and governance outlining a multi-year strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory obligations, sustainability goals, and corporate values.
+ Oversee talent management of Human Rights Manager and drive capability building for internal teams to strengthen awareness, skills, and accountability for human rights.
+ Oversee management of cross-functional Human Rights Working Group, which governs the human rights management systems within functions and markets, and responsible for representing the group to senior leadership level, and shepherding key company policies and human rights management system improvements across the McDonald's System.
+ Represent McDonald's externally with NGOs, multi-stakeholder initiatives, government agencies, and industry peers to advance industry change on human rights.
+ Partner internally across functions (Supply Chain, Legal, People) to embed human rights priorities into business decisions.
+ Lead governance and reporting efforts for human rights, translating program outcomes into measurable impact for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
+ Identify opportunities to strengthen external stakeholder partners on human rights and key liaison for business on human rights issues.
Qualifications
+ 10+ years of experience in human rights, ideally for a global company and with demonstrated success influencing at a global scale.
+ Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree in sustainability, business and human rights, such as an MBA or Masters in Sustainability, or Juris Doctorate with human rights law experience is preferred.
+ Exceptional communication, flexibility, influencing and interpersonal skills, often working with global, virtual and cross-functional teams
+ Demonstrated leadership role, within industry working groups, establishing a strong stakeholder network
+ Proven ability to build strategic partnerships and represent organizations externally.
+ Strong cross-functional collaborator and global mindset, able to align diverse stakeholders and drive results.
+ Skilled in strategy design, using data and insights to develop long-range plans and influence decision-making.
+ Inspirational people leader committed to building inclusive teams and mentoring talent.
Compensation
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Long - Term Incentive: Yes
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Salary Range
The expected salary range for this role is $168,350 - $218,860 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.
Competencies
Execution Proficiency
Background & Values
Strategic Proficiency
Building Blocks
Talent Proficiency
Additional Information:
Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 
Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald's long-term incentive plan.
McDonald's is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
McDonald's provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
Requsition ID: 2200

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The New York City Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) works every day to implement the city's Human Rights Law through enforcement, education, and outreach. The Commission seeks to address historic and contemporary inequities to cultivate a city where everyone can live, work, and thrive free from discrimination.

Through training, education, and policy initiatives, the Commission aims to root out discrimination. The Commission proactively identifies patterns of discrimination through testing employers, housing providers, and providers of public accommodation. The Commission also uses investigations, litigation, and other enforcement tools to address allegations of discrimination.

The Commission is seeking to hire qualified Human Rights Specialists (Infoline) to serve in the Law Enforcement Bureau. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for the public, providing exceptional service and support through phone interactions and in person screening interviews.

Responsibilities include:

-Respond to members of the general public in a professional and friendly demeanor who are calling CCHR's live call center by: screening calls and performing a preliminary assessment to determine whether a caller should be scheduled for an intake appointment at LEB; providing information including but not limited to site locations, phone numbers, and functions of the agency; and referring callers to appropriate additional services.
-Assist with community-based outreach about the NYCHRL and related issues to community groups, tenant groups, grass-root organizations, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, private entities, and governmental agencies. Meet with members of the public to perform a preliminary assessment of the individual's needs and/or claims of discrimination.
-Perform data entry, generate letters, and otherwise facilitate communication with members of the public making inquiries at CCHR.
-Enter/update/retrieve information on an electronic information storage system in order to facilitate agency operations.
-Maintain an organized, retrievable filing system.
-Provide day-to-day administrative support to the LEB, including reception duties, mail and correspondence, and docketing and service of complaints.
-Prepare and submit reports and forms in accordance with agency reporting requirements.
-Participate in training sessions to stay updated with the NYCHRL.
-Performs all duties as needed to advance the work of the LEB.

HUMAN RIGHTS SPECIALIST (COMM - 55018

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college plus two years of satisfactory full- time experience in intergroup relations * ; community relations; civil rights law enforcement; block or tenant organizing; investigations related to law enforcement; labor or industrial relations; education; social work; or law; or

2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory, full-time experienced as described under "1" above; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and must possess at least one year of experience described under "1" above.

* "Intergroup relations" is defined as experience in which the employee's major responsibility is to facilitate communication and cooperation, and mediate tensions between different groups.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job Description

**THIS POSITION WILL CONDUCT OUTREACH WITH DIVERSE COMMUNITIES IN MANHATTAN, BUT THE OFFICE LOCATION WILL BE IN THE BRONX**

The New York City Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) works every day to implement the city's Human Rights Law through enforcement, education, and outreach. The Commission seeks to address historic and contemporary inequities to cultivate a city where everyone can live, work, and thrive free from discrimination.

Through training, education, and policy initiatives, the Commission aims to root out discrimination. The Commission proactively identifies patterns of discrimination through testing employers, housing providers, and providers of public accommodation. The Commission also uses investigations, litigation, and other enforcement tools to address allegations of discrimination.

The Commission is seeking to hire a highly motivated Human Rights Specialist with expertise in engaging diverse communities, particularly in conducting outreach with diverse communities in Manhattan. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of creating innovative outreach strategies to advance our mission.

Key Responsibilities:

- Reporting to the Manhattan Director, plan, implement, coordinate, and monitor proactive outreach initiatives to educate communities about the New York City Human Rights Law, to a wide range of entities- landlords, employers, and businesses to make them aware of their obligations. As well as extensive outreach to New Yorkers on their rights.
- Prepare and submit reports, conducts analyses, and create strategic outreach plan to support the agency's mission.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to communities; facilitate workshops and trainings on the New York City Human Rights Law for community groups, youth groups, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, sibling agencies and other entities to promote the Commission's mandate, to further the Commission's work, including providing support to general outreaches in Manhattan.
- Conducts intakes for potential discrimination inquiries from the members of the public.
- Represent the Commission at public meetings, local neighborhood community projects, community/cultural celebrations, and community events.
- Enter, update, and retrieve information on an electronic information storage system to facilitate agency operations.
- Performs all other duties as needed within the civil service title to advance the work of the agency.

NOTE: THE SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION IS TUESDAY TO SATURDAY, 11:00A.M. TO 7:00 P.M. CANDIDATES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK EVENING AND/OR ON SUNDAY AND MONDAY TO SUPPORT THE DUTIES OF THE POSITION AND EXPECTED TO TRAVEL TO ALL FIVE BOROUGHS TO CONDUCT OUTREACH, AS NEEDED.

HUMAN RIGHTS SPECIALIST (PR#99 - 55016

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college plus two years of satisfactory full- time experience in intergroup relations#; community relations; civil rights law enforcement; block or tenant organizing; investigations related to law enforcement; labor or industrial relations; education; social work; or law; or

2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of experience as described under "1" above; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and must possess at least one year of experience described under "1" above.

# "Intergroup relations" is defined as experience in which the employee's major responsibility is to facilitate communication and cooperation, and mediate tensions between different groups.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Worker Sub-Type:
Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
We are recruiting for one (1) full-time social work position in the Youth Justice Team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in providing a variety of case management services to families and children in the areas of youth justice, child abuse and neglect, parenting, financial and household management. This position also includes on-call responsibilities.

As an employee of the Department of Social Services and Marathon County, you will play a crucial role in managing and safeguarding confidential and sensitive information. This position requires a high level of impartiality, integrity, neutrality, and confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related human services field.
  
• Eligibility for Social Work licensure in Wisconsin, with licensure required within 2 years of hire .
  
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  
• Must complete Basic Intake Worker Training (if not already completed).
  

Work Conditions:

• Hybrid office and field-based work.
  
• Regular business hours with on-call rotation after hours, weekends, and holidays.
  
• Exposure to sensitive and emotionally challenging situations.
  

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Determines through interviews, home visits, and other evaluation procedures the range of services needed.
  
• Prepares complete and thorough case plans as required by local, state, and federal government and prepares ongoing follow-up reports on each case assigned; monitors and adjusts case plans.
  
• Provides case work services either individually or as part of an inter-agency team approach in the areas of family relationships, finances, parent-child relationships, domestic abuse, separation, juvenile delinquency, and other problems in accordance with the needs of the client.
  
• Places children in substitute care settings; maintains ongoing supervision of placements through site visits and evaluates the social adjustment of the children; reports to court and participates in administrative review activities.
  
• Provides case management to children with physical disabilities, mental health issues, and children in need of protective services, juvenile justice youth, and their families.
  
• Provides oversight of youth subject to court orders to monitor community safety.
  
• Provides emergency and ongoing services to families with the objective of preventing family breakup; provides services to reunite families.
  
• Provides court testimony and corresponding timely completion of court documentation.
  
• Provides emergency after hours on-call duties to include telephone and, when needed, in-person responses to situations involving child abuse/neglect and/or youth justice.
  
• Participates in professional training programs leading to the ability to perform the full range of Social Worker duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
  
• Participates in establishing professional development goals that are supportive of broader County goals.
  
• Develops solutions to work issues that add value for our customers.
  
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works extra hours as required.
  
• Assists with the Youth Opportunity as needed.
  
• Performs related work as required.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Understands the County's and department's mission, core values, plans, and priorities for the future.
  
• Ability to contribute to a positive work culture that fosters excellent customer service and teamwork.
  
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of social case work.
  
• Knowledge of basic sociology and psychology as it applies to social case work.
  
• Knowledge of the functions and resources of public and private social service agencies and other agencies in the areas of finance, employment, health, etc.
  
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and administrative rules applicable to a public social service agency.
  
• Skill in preparing professional written case plans, summaries, updates, court reports and correspondence and keep accurate and current records.
  
• Knowledge of relevant Wisconsin State Statutes 938 and Children's Code - 48 and standards.
  
• Knowledge of the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
  
• Ability to integrate training and experience into practice.
  
• Ability to establish rapport with clients, their families, and their associates so as to enable them to meet their social needs.
  
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
  
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all agency staff and with members of other agencies to whom clients are referred.
  
• Ability to recognize and build upon the strengths of family members.
  
• Skill in conducting interviews, interpreting laws and procedures, and obtaining cooperation from others in difficult situations.
  
• Skill in using a computer for e-mail, calendaring, basic word processing, and data entry.
  

COMPENSATION:

• If certified or eligible to take the open-book online State statute exam and the subsequent in-person State certification exam, starting annual salary: $58,697.60 + benefits
  
• If not certified and not yet eligible to take the open-book online State statute exam and the subsequent in-person State certification exam, starting hourly rate of pay: $26.38 + benefits
  
• More information on Marathon County employee benefits:
  

Special Accommodations:

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

Notice to Applicants:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant's application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information. If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law

Human Rights Specialist 1

The Human Rights Specialist 1 will serve as the No Hate NYS Regional Councils Program Manager and play a vital role in responding to individuals and communities impacted by hate and building external relationships for the Hate and Bias Prevention Unit (HBPU) within the Division of Human Rights. HBPU runs the No Hate NYS campaign and the campaign's mission is to combat prejudice and discrimination, serve as a resource for New Yorkers impacted by hate and bias incidents, and support communities in response to such incidents. The campaign focuses on public education, outreach efforts, and has established a hotline and online form for reporting hate and bias incidents. No Hate NYS campaign provides this coordinated and community-focused support through our state-wide Regional Councils, Response Team and Youth Initiatives.

Under the direction of the HBPU Assistant Deputy Commissioner, the Human Rights Specialist 1 would manage the work of the No Hate NYS campaign's 10 Regional Councils throughout New York State. The HRS 1 would work closely with our 10 regional councils to support them to fulfil their mission and action plans. As a Human Rights Specialist 1, you will:

• Work closely with No Hate NYS campaign's 10 Regional Councils, supporting them to carry out hate and bias prevention activities in their regions.
• Manage and refine the Regional Council's annual plan process to execute activities, meetings, and other special events, overseeing and approving the use of resources and financial planning.
• Lead, in conjunction with HBPU team, statewide projects that are designated by HBPU that include the Regional Councils.
• Monitor Regional Council's Action Plan goals; ensuring they are measured and achieved.
• Work with the Assistant Deputy Commissioner to identify and provide relevant training for the Regional Councils.
• Assist the Assistant Deputy Commissioner in the development of policy proposals and policy positions related to preventing and responding to hate and bias incidents in New York State.
• Assist the HBPU team on the maintenance and expansion of our Hate & Bias Prevention Toolkit.
• When needed, assist the Response Team, which will mobilize to support communities impacted by hate and bias incidents throughout the state.

Community Engagement and External Relations

• Assist with marketing campaigns and other initiatives that raise the profile of No Hate NYS campaign within the community and proactively support the unit's mission.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with partners and other relevant community organizations, government agencies, and advocates.
• Engage in community outreach to identify and assess possible hate and bias incidents as they occur.
• Provide technical assistance or training on the work of HBPU and DHR to community organizations, DHR staff, and others.
• Represent DHR and the Unit to the broader community of interested organizations, individuals, and other stakeholders.
• Other related duties as they arise.

Minimum Qualifications

*This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

Seven years of experience in field investigation or law enforcement investigation and the preparation of detailed narrative reports; OR planning, developing, implementing, or enforcing a human rights, civil rights or housing and community development program, OR conducting discrimination or labor relations investigations, OR litigation, OR any combination of the above experience to equal seven years.

Substitution: An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor's in a related field degree can substitute for four years of experience; a master's degree in a related field can substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for six years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with community organizing or advocacy.

Experience in marketing and communications.

Demonstrated commitment to human rights.

Proven track record in event planning and community outreach.

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program

Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.

All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is eligible for $4000 location pay.

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL USA

Country & Thematic Specialist Job Description | Women’s Human Rights Specialist

The Women's Human Rights Coordination Group works closely with AIUSA staff to advance the global protection of women's human rights. The Coordination Group divides duties among the members of the group, and these include:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitoring – The Co-group serves as key monitors and experts on women’s human rights. As such, members of the co-group are responsible for routinely monitoring the political and human rights situation concerning women’s rights and having a solid understanding of AI’s specific concerns pertaining to women’s rights.
• Strategy building – The co-group is responsible, in collaboration with other volunteers and staff, for developing and implementing action strategies for AIUSA’s work in women’s human rights. The co-group participates in strategy development at international, section, and local levels. Such strategies may utilize an array of action forms including casework, campaigns, country or thematic projects, rapid or crisis responses. The co-group should be conversant in numerous tactics, which may include media engagement, US and foreign government advocacy, corporate engagement, shareholder activism, outreach to relevant professions, émigré groups or other stakeholders, and participation in coalitions or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Campaigns and Crisis Response – The Co-group plays a key role in the development and implementation of relevant campaigns, including women’s human rights defenders and other individuals at risk. Their roles include crafting actions for the Women’s Human Rights Action Network as well as for members, supporters, and activists across the nation.
• Women’s Human Rights Action Network – The Co-group supports a network of groups and individual members who carry out ongoing work related to women’s human rights. This Action Network is developed both within and outside our current activist base and is an opportunity to facilitate women’s human rights work and discussion and grow the movement.
• Media and Social Media – The Co-group serves as official spokespersons for AIUSA concerning women’s human rights and responds to and initiates media coverage on women’s human rights. This includes both domestic and international print, TV, radio, and internet outlets. The co-group is responsible for maintaining the Women’s Rights pages on the AIUSA website and for crafting online actions. The co-group is also responsible for blogging and maintains a Facebook page and Twitter feed.
• Working With Other Human Rights Organizations – The co-group seeks to develop and maintain contacts with their counterparts in other human rights organizations, solidarity groups or other stake-holders in women’s rights work.
• General assistance to AIUSA members – The Co-group provides general assistance, information, and promotion of women’s human rights to AIUSA members seeking to work on women’s rights issues.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must live in the United States
• Minimum two-year commitment
• Attend SDPAC trainings and meetings as scheduled (travel expenses covered by AI)
• Engaged and Responsive

The Domestic Militarization Watch is a new initiative of PEP that tracks and exposes how military tactics, equipment, and federal forces are being deployed against communities within the United States. The Human Rights & Advocacy Fellow will focus on the human impacts of this trend—documenting civil liberties violations, racialized violence, and community resistance to militarized policing and surveillance.

This fellowship is ideal for students or emerging advocates passionate about civil rights, peacebuilding, or public policy , who want to transform research into meaningful advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and document incidents of militarized policing, troop deployments, and immigration enforcement in U.S. cities.
• Track and summarize human rights implications of these actions, including violations of protest rights and community targeting.
• Conduct interviews or gather verified testimonies from affected individuals and organizations (with consent).
• Draft human rights briefs, blog posts, and advocacy statements for publication on the PEP website and social media.
• Collaborate with the Research Fellow and Executive Director to produce the Quarterly Militarization Report.
• Support advocacy campaigns calling for demilitarization and the redirection of federal funds to social programs.
• Attend biweekly meetings to share findings and coordinate with other fellows.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate, graduate student, or early-career professional in Human Rights, Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Public Policy, Law, or related field.
• Strong research, writing, and storytelling skills.
• Understanding of civil rights, police accountability, or community justice movements.
• Commitment to accuracy, ethics, and confidentiality when handling testimonies or sensitive information.
• Experience with advocacy writing, qualitative research, or coalition work is a plus.
• Alignment with PEP’s mission to replace militarization with community investment and peace.